Financial Analyst

Northrop Grumman

. Rate Segment budget coordination and cost monitoring; analyzing YTD rate variances .

Posted 5/1/2026full-timeMcLean • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $65,500 - $113,800 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cognos

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Rate Segment budget coordination and cost monitoring; analyzing YTD rate variances
Reviewing forecasted positions
Effectively communicating budget performance and risks/opportunities with stakeholders
Building processes and visibility tools to be leveraged by the Weapon Systems Division
Creating financial bridging data between Cognos financial planning (NGFP) and budgeting (NGRB) tools to ensure reasonable alignment
Providing support on various business management needs, including affordability and scenario analysis
Participating in Forward Pricing Rate Proposal (FPRP) development and packaging
Defending FPRP estimates through DCAA/DCMA audits by ensuring reasonable and fully supportable Basis of Estimates (BOEs)
Ensuring compliance with applicable NGDS Sector PrOP (Principles and Operating Practices), CAS, and FAR
Incorporation and communication of the relevant segment disclosure statement changes during planning cycles

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proficiency with MS Office Suite, specifically strong Excel skills along with familiarity with Word and PowerPoint
Understanding of government rates lifecycles and dependencies
Proficiency in an accounting system (SAP/S4 or Costpoint), as well as IBM Cognos Analytics/Reporting platforms
Must possess an analytical nature; makes recommendations based on acquired data and cumulative experience
Ability to convey information clearly and adapt communication style for different audiences
Must be able to work onsite
Former Financial Analyst Level 2: High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 7 years of related experience or a Bachelor's degree with 3 years of experience or a Master’s degree with 0 years of experience
Former Financial Analyst Level 3: High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 9 years of related experience or a Bachelor's degree with 5 years or a Master’s degree with 3 years of experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business

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Hard Skills & Tools

budget coordinationcost monitoringfinancial analysisscenario analysisForward Pricing Rate Proposal (FPRP)Basis of Estimates (BOEs)government rates lifecyclesanalytical skillsExcelaccounting system

Soft Skills

effective communicationadaptabilitystakeholder engagementrecommendation makingorganizational skills

Certifications

Bachelor's degreeMaster’s degreeHigh school diploma or GED